Storytelling Saga

Ali discusses the groundbreaking dark comedy, Kevin Can F**k Himself, created by Valerie Armstrong and starring Annie Murphy and Mary Hollis Inboden.

Ali discusses her absolute favorite anime based on the popular manga series by Natsuki Takaya, Fruits Basket, for this special 150th episode of the podcast! Having first been introduced to the manga in middle school, Ali reminisces about falling in love with the characters (in particular, Kyo Soma) and fangirling with her friends, cousins and sister over the original anime. She shares her thoughts...

Ali discusses one of the best episodes of the profound Nicktoon, As Told by Ginger, "And She Was Gone," written by series creator, Emily Kapnek, and directed by Mark Risley.

Ali discusses the movie, The Princess Diaries, based on the young adult novel series of the same name by Meg Cabot.

Ali discusses her favorite episode of Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, "Frankie My Dear," written and storyboarded by Lauren Faust and directed by series creator, Craig McCracken.

Ali discusses the 2004 cult comedy film,  Napoleon Dynamite,  written by Jared and Jerusha Hess, directed by Jared Hess and starring Jon Heder as the title character.

Ali interviews actor and writer, Marin Miller, whose credits include Athena, Alecto and Tisiphone in HADES and Enkidu in Fate/Grand Order - Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia . They share how they got their start in the industry, their thoughts on dubbing vs. voice recording for video games, the intricate process behind script adaptation, favorite anime and ships, advice for aspiring voice actors a...

Ali discusses her favorite episode of Danny Phantom, "Fanning the Flames," story by Steve Marmel, written by Marty Isenberg and directed by Wincat Alcala, Juli Hashiguchi & Butch Hartman.

Ali discusses The Breakfast Club parody episode of Victorious, "The Breakfast Bunch," written by Dan Schneider & Jake Farrow and directed by Steve Hoefer.

Ali discusses the first episode of Family Guy she ever watched, "E. Peterbus Unum," written by Neil Goldman & Garrett Donovan and directed by Rob Renzetti.

Ali discusses the season 4 finale of Parks and Recreation, "Win, Lose, or Draw," written and directed by series co-creator, Mike Schur.

Ali interviews actor, Chiara Zanni, whose credits include the title character in Hamtaro, Amy Ryan in About a Girl,  Daring Do in My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic and many other voice-over and on-camera roles. Chiara shares how she began her career, different techniques for voice acting vs. on-camera acting, her thoughts on living in Vancouver and LA, the importance of self-kindness, advice for...

Ali discusses her favorite moments and musical numbers throughout season 2 of Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist.

Ali discusses the iconic play, A Streetcar Named Desire, written by Tennessee Williams.

Ali discusses the classic Disney movie, Cinderella (1950), based on the folk tale of the same name.

Ali shares a short story she wrote called "Good to Be King."

Ali discusses the Newbery Medal-winning young adult novel, Holes, written by Louis Sachar.

Ali discusses the ridiculously hilarious movie, BASEketball, starring Trey Parker and Matt Stone.

Ali discusses the adventurous Nicktoon, The Wild Thornberrys, created by Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, Steve Pepoon, David Silverman and Stephen Sustarsic, as well as The Wild Thornberrys Movie written by Kate Boutilier. Smashing!

Ali discusses the hugely successful musical,  Hamilton, music, book and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Ali and returning guest, Stacey, discuss  The Fairly OddParents,   Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide,  Nickelodeon reboots and more!

Ali discusses the romantic comedy, 13 Going on 30, starring Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo.

Ali discusses different types of cliffhangers.

Ali discusses the movie, Yu-Gi-Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions, which mostly involves her gushing over Seto Kaiba.

Ali discusses the hit musical,  The Book of Mormon, music, book and lyrics by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez and Matt Stone.